Originally Posted by
fkaway
...I mainly fly within Europe, but 3-4 times to the USA plus Asia, do you think it would make sense to change from Lufthansa's M&M to US Airways' Dividend Miles in order to gain Star Alliance GOLD status ...
I've always believed in getting/retaining status in the airline you fly most, for the perks as well as the better service during irregular operations that inevitably occur when flying frequently. If I flew mostly LH, I'd be hesitant in leaving M&M for another program.
If your main goal is Star Gold, there are
easier ways to achieve that status
For the last year or two, US has been selling Miles cheap - how long that would continue no one knows - and some FTers have set up Dividend Miles accounts for that purpose, redeeming Miles for wonderful award trips with Star Alliance partners in premium classes (there's a long thread in this forum). This may be an option for you too ...
Best wishes.